🌐 There is a strong case to be made that #DigitalPublicInfrastructure (#DPI) can contribute to the positive development of the economy and society: DPI supports essential digital services and interactions by being open, secure and scalable.

The question is whether private services can also qualify as DPI, but these principles can help if they follow key principles:

1️⃣ Permissionless use 💡 - Open access for all to drive innovation. 2️⃣ Obligation to contract 🤝 - Fair and non-discriminatory services. 3️⃣ Universal service 🏛️ - Essential services accessible to all.

But private providers must be kept in check, e.g. by 🔓 Using #OpenSource software to promote transparency. 🏢⚖️ Effective #competition regulation keeps monopolies in check.

With these elements, we can build fair, open and inclusive digital ecosystems. 🌍✨

#TechForGood #Innovation #FairAccess

TL;DR: Even private services can be DPI if they’re open, fair and regulated. 🚀